Aregbesola Dismisses APC Return Rumours, Reaffirms Strong Commitment to ADC Ahead of 2027 Elections
Aregbesola Dismisses APC Return Rumours, Reaffirms Strong Commitment to ADC Ahead of 2027 Elections
Aregbesola Dismisses APC Return Rumours, Reaffirms Strong Commitment to ADC Ahead of 2027 Elections
Former Osun State Governor and key opposition figure, Rauf Aregbesola, has firmly dismissed speculations suggesting he may return to the All Progressives Congress (APC), reiterating his full commitment to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as Nigeria’s political space begins to heat up ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Aregbesola clarified that his political journey remains rooted in the ADC, stressing that his involvement with the party is not temporary or negotiable despite growing rumours of possible reconciliation with his former political platform.
The former Minister of Interior, who played a major role in the APC during its formative years, stated that his current political engagement is driven by conviction and a desire to contribute to national renewal through a new political direction.
His remarks come amid intensified political speculation and ongoing realignments within Nigeria’s opposition and ruling party structures, where alliances are increasingly shifting ahead of the next election cycle.
Rauf Aregbesola has remained a central figure in discussions around opposition politics, especially following his emergence as a leading voice within the ADC and his previous disagreements with the APC leadership.
Political observers note that Aregbesola’s position reinforces the ADC’s ambition to position itself as a credible alternative in Nigeria’s evolving multi-party landscape, particularly as opposition figures consolidate support bases across different regions.
Supporters of the ADC have continued to welcome his reaffirmation, describing it as a stabilising message that may help strengthen party unity and grassroots mobilisation ahead of 2027.
Meanwhile, analysts believe his latest stance could further reshape political calculations in the South-West, where loyalty, influence, and historical party structures continue to play a major role in determining electoral outcomes.
As political activities gradually intensify nationwide, Aregbesola’s declaration signals a clear message that he is not returning to his former party but instead remains committed to building a new political platform within the ADC.
